Cajun Margarita

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Ok, i know margarita's are not a true cajun specialty. but being a fan of margaritas, this just sounds like something too interesting to pass up! from tideandthyme.com, supposedly from the hbo series true blood set in louisiana. if using the chile-infused tequila, note the time requirements for steeping and plan ahead. the sweet & sour of the margarita temper the spiciness.

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Steps

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For the chile-infused tequila: combine all ingredients in a jar or bowl.

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Cover , and let sit at room temperature overnight or at least 2 hours.

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Strain into bottle or jar and keep in a cool , dark place.

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Margarita:.

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Rim margarita glasses with salt by running a slice of lime around rim and then dipping in margarita salt.

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Set aside.

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To make the margaritas , combine the chile-infused tequila , orange liqueur , margarita mix , hot sauce , and ice in a blender.

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Cover , and puree for 1 minute , until no chunks of ice remain.

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Fill the prepared glasses with blended margaritas.

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Garnish with lime slices and a whole chile pepper.

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Ingredients

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chile-infused tequila, orange liqueur, margarita mix, crystal hot sauce, ice, chili pepper, lime slice, salt, jalapeno peppers, serrano peppers, tequila